Complicated Kids Jaclyn Pederson on Pediatric Feeding Disorder
Ever wonder why some kids struggle so deeply with eating—and why it's not just about being picky?
In this episode of The Complicated Kids Podcast, I sit down with Jaclyn Pederson, CEO of Feeding Matters, to unpack the complexities of pediatric feeding disorders (PFD). Jaclyn shares how Feeding Matters supports families and educates professionals on challenges that go far beyond food preferences—touching medical, developmental, and psychosocial layers of feeding difficulties.
We explore why recognizing PFD as a formal diagnosis matters, the barriers families face in accessing care, and how understanding feeding holistically can make a world of difference.
Learn more about Jaclyn and her work at www.feedingmatters.org.
About your host, Gabriele Nicolet
Join Gabriele Nicolet, podcast host, parenting life coach and speech therapist, weekly for practical strategies and tips on raising complicated kids. Learn how to go from surviving to thriving and create a family culture in which every family member can feel valued, seen and heard. With a practical, relationship-based, family-friendly approach, Gabriele provides tools and insights parents need to create a more balanced and fun family life.If you've been listening and wondering what next steps to take to help your child, I am here for you. Maybe you're wondering whether your kiddo needs a speech and language evaluation, or occupational therapy, or some behavioral intervention to deal with picky eating, anger, meltdowns, hitting and biting. With over 20 years of experience, my knowledge of child development and the available options goes deep. Maybe you just want some practical tips on how to get through the day and feel like a better parent. We can unpack that too. Sound good? Learn more at www.gabrielenicolet.com.
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